AIT Space Systems Integration Engineer

Salary: £75,000 - 75,000 per year

Requirements:

• A relevant degree
• Experience with complex system assembly, testing and integration
• Basic scripting skills in Matlab or Python
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, Linux or Ubuntu

Responsibilities:

• Support the integration and functional test phases within spacecraft production, working with software tools and hardware
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop comprehensive test procedures for various spacecraft systems
• Analyse test results to identify issues, trends and improvements, ensuring high-quality performance and reliability of spacecraft and sub-systems
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for all software tools and test procedures
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, hardware engineers and other software developers, to ensure cohesive integration and testing processes
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues that arise during the assembly, integration and testing phases
• Continuously seek and implement improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of AIT processes

Technologies:

• Hardware
• Support
• Linux
• Matlab
• Python
• Network
• Security
• Ubuntu

More:

We are BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts working collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data so governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in demanding environments. This AIT Systems Integration Engineer role is based onsite in Alton. We offer a purpose-led career with lifelong learning, meaningful work, tailored rewards, support for financial and personal wellbeing, and a balanced lifestyle. We embrace hybrid working across our business where applicable, and we are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

last updated 34 week of 2026